1. Whoever goes to the Lord for safety,whoever remains under the protection of the Almighty,
2. can say to him,“You are my defender and protector.You are my God; in you I trust.”
3. He will keep you safe from all hidden dangersand from all deadly diseases.
4. He will cover you with his wings;you will be safe in his care;his faithfulness will protect and defend you.
5. You need not fear any dangers at nightor sudden attacks during the day
6. or the plagues that strike in the darkor the evils that kill in daylight.
7. A thousand may fall dead beside you,10,000 all round you,but you will not be harmed.
8. You will look and seehow the wicked are punished.
9. You have made the Lord your defender,the Most High your protector,